Utah Jazz’s ascent to NBA’s elite fueled by lingering playoff disappointment

Following their latest postseason ouster, the Jazz doubled down on offseason preparation with one goal taking root: “Our mind is stuck on a championship.”

(Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Utah Jazz forward Royce O'Neale (23) takes the ball to the hoop, as Boston Celtics center Daniel Theis (27) defends, in NBA action between the Utah Jazz and the Boston Celtics, at Vivint Arena, on Tuesday, Feb. 9, 2021.

Utah Jazz’s ascent to NBA’s elite fueled by lingering playoff disappointment

Following their latest postseason ouster, the Jazz doubled down on offseason preparation with one goal taking root: “Our mind is stuck on a championship.”

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